Singhal Surname
“From Singhala (Sri Lanka), or lion-like”
VaishyaSanskrit/Place name OriginHindi
History & Significance
A Vaishya surname from the Agarwal community. The name may derive from ancient trade connections with Singhala (Sri Lanka) or from the Sanskrit 'Simha' meaning lion. The Singhal community is well established in trade and business across North India.
Meaning & Origin
- Meaning
- From Singhala (Sri Lanka), or lion-like
- Origin
- Sanskrit/Place name
- Language
- Hindi
- Category
- Vaishya
Regional Distribution
The Singhal surname is predominantly found in:
RajasthanUttar PradeshDelhi
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